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Jul 3
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4 Crucial Mistakes in Construction Bids ...

Cian Brennan
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This episode is a re-run. It was originally published in November 2023.


Most construction companies lose money before they even win the job.


Here’s why.


Bidding mistakes, bad cash flow models, and weak contract negotiations are quietly sinking businesses that look successful from the outside.


The smartest construction companies are winning more projects, protecting their cash, and building long-term client relationships, because they play the game differently.


In this episode, learn the four costly mistakes you must avoid and how a simple shift made one contractor a trusted go-to for major projects.


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Timestamps:

(2:08) - That's the game. They're giving you their worst possible contract knowing and expecting you to try to negotiate

(3:35) - You don't want to be a commodity. Instead, you could submit an alternative bid with different offers

(4:35) - You don't want to be in the selling of your services business. You want to be in the reorder business

(6:08) - The worst kind of construction business model is I'll do work today, you pay me in 90 days time


DISCLAIMER: The content of this podcast does not constitute legal advice, is not intended to be a substitute for legal advice, and can not be relied upon as such. You should seek legal advice or other professional advice in relation to any matters you or your business may have.


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